Condition: Good. MISSING Dust jacket. Packed in a RIGID mailer with cardboard backing and padding. (See Photos)! 1956 Edition. Pages: not written on, clean, bright, odor free. Cover: clean, bright, bumping and rubbing to corners and parts of edges. Ships from California. Ships same or next day (weekdays and Saturdays)! ABOUT THIS: The Real Book About Space Travel by Hal Goodwin is an engaging exploration of interplanetary flight and the mysteries of the universe. Here are the key points from the book:

The Brink of Adventure: The book emphasizes that mankind is on the brink of its greatest adventure—interplanetary flight into the unknown universe. It delves into why humans want to explore space, what they might find out there, and the challenges they’ll face.

Space Beginnings: It discusses where space begins and how we define its boundaries. From the edge of our atmosphere to the vastness beyond, the book paints a vivid picture of the cosmic frontier.

Rocket Science: The mechanics of rockets are explained, including how they work, their propulsion systems, and the principles behind launching them into space.

Life in Space: The book explores potential obstacles faced by astronauts living on space stations. It raises questions about life beyond Earth and whether we truly understand conditions on other planets, such as Mars.

Illustrations: The book is attractively illustrated by Clifford Geary, enhancing the reader’s understanding of space concepts.

In summary, The Real Book About Space Travel provides an exciting glimpse into the challenges, wonders, and possibilities of venturing beyond our planet. It’s a captivating read for anyone interested in space exploration!